Technology has come a long way. With the proliferation of smartphones and other mobile devices, tech has made many facets of life easier, quicker, and more convenient. For virtually everything you could think of, there’s probably an app out there that can do it. This carries over into the realm of fitness and nutrition as […]
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Oct
Oct
We all have that one friend. That person who seems to have fat simply fall off with little perceived effort, or that seems to be able to eat anything and everything without putting on weight. Or, maybe you are that person…not that I’m jealous or anything. These folks are commonly referred to as having a […]
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Sep
Sep
When it comes to foot-based approaches to exercise, running and incline walking are about as basic as it gets. Both are tried and true adjuvants to most weight loss approaches and generally require only basic levels of fitness to participate in. Each also needs little equipment, with both the treadmill and the outdoors working well. […]
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Aug
Aug
Bulking and cutting is a practice that has persisted in bodybuilding for the better part of a century. It is so ingrained into the sport and culture that it’s almost inevitable to have heard the term in some form or another if you’re a regular gymgoer or poked around on the internet. Bulking has been […]
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Jul
Jul
When it comes to lower body muscles, nothing seems to quite capture the attention like the glutes. Aesthetic reasons aside, a set of strong glutes also help with posture, balance, and back health. Today, let’s talk about five exercises that can work well for targeting and growing those glutes. Top Five Exercises for Growing the […]
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May
May
From calorie tracking to macro counting, tracking apps are changing the way people diet. There are many different approaches to dieting, one of the most popular methods is macro counting. This consists of setting a dietary “budget” for calories, carbohydrates, fats, and protein to remain within. On paper, that works great. However, there’s no denying […]
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May
May
So you’re dieting and losing weight. Eventually though, you run into the Goldilocks dilemma: Are you losing weight too fast? Too slow? Just right? In other words—how fast should you lose weight? Well, let’s dive into it. How Fast Should You Lose Weight? Measuring Weight Loss Before I talk about rates of weight loss, I […]
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Apr
Apr
This is a walkthrough on how to calculate calories in homemade food, determine the macros, and portion it accordingly. There will be a bit of of math in here, but I promise I’ll keep things as simple as possible. If you have access to a free food tracking app such as Macro Sync, you can […]
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Mar
Mar
With the advent of the internet, there has been a large uptick in weight loss programs available. We now have access to meal plans, structured programs, and even food delivery. Convenience has never been higher. So, this begs the question: Which program is the best one? Well, as with anything else fitness related, there is […]
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Feb
Feb
Ah yes, eating out. Whether it’s grabbing a burger on the go, ordering some pizza for the family, or taking a date out to a nice restaurant, dining away from home is a significant part of most people’s lives. With all the different cultural dishes and varieties, restaurants provide experiences that we can’t get easily […]